Section of 'Roads of the Pacific,' Outside Ford Building, California Pacific International Exposition, San Diego, 1935

Summary

The Ford Exhibit -- the most popular attraction at the 1935 California Pacific International Exposition -- featured "Roads of the Pacific." Visitors rode in brand new Ford V-8s over realistic reproductions of historic and modern routes. This section of rustic dirt road was one of 14 roadways represented throughout the immersive experience.

The Ford Exhibit -- the most popular attraction at the 1935 California Pacific International Exposition -- featured "Roads of the Pacific." Visitors rode in brand new Ford V-8s over realistic reproductions of historic and modern routes. This section of rustic dirt road was one of 14 roadways represented throughout the immersive experience.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)
Linen (Material)

Technique

Gelatin silver process

Color

Black-and-white (Colors)

Dimensions

Height: 7.5 in

Width: 11 in

Inscriptions

verso: R 4

Connect 3

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